Harry Kane Breaks Messi’s Champions League Record as Ronaldo’s Historic Run Comes Into Reach
Harry Kane has surpassed Lionel Messi for the most UEFA Champions League goals scored after the age of 30. The Bayern Munich striker achieved this milestone during a match against Viking FK, continuing a prolific scoring streak.
Why it matters
This record highlights the sustained performance of elite athletes in top-tier European football, drawing comparisons to historical legends like Messi and Ronaldo.
Harry Kane has moved ahead of Lionel Messi for the most UEFA Champions League goals scored after turning 30, adding another major milestone to his career with a brace for Bayern Munich.
The England captain scored twice in Bayern's 3-3 draw away to Viking FK on Tuesday, helping his team recover from a two-goal deficit before the Norwegian side snatched a late equaliser.
Kane now has 36 Champions League goals since his 30th birthday, one more than Messi managed in the same age period. His brace also extended his scoring run in the competition to nine consecutive matches.
Only Cristiano Ronaldo has recorded a longer streak in the Champions League era, leaving Kane two games away from matching the Portuguese forward's record. Bayern now turn their attention to Arsenal, where Kane will have another chance to keep his run alive.
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